Whether you’re into country music, rock ‘n’ roll, or hip-hop, there’s sure to be a festival in New Jersey that’s perfect for you. If you’re looking for a music festival to attend this year, here are some of the best ones in the state.
1. Orange Loop Rock Festival
Showboat Hotel, Atlantic City
Date: June (three days)
If you’re a fan of rock music, Orange Loop Rock Festival is the event for you. With bands ranging from 80s hair metal to 2000s rock, a vendor village, midget wrestling and food trucks – there’s something for everyone!
2. Tidal Wave Music Festival
Atlantic City Beach
Date: August (three days)
Tidal Wave is a brand new 3-day festival with some of country music’s biggest stars! Kick back and enjoy live performances from the likes of Luke Bryan, Florida Georgia Line, Thomas Rhett and many more, all while soaking up the sun on the Atlantic City beach.
Country music fans will want to add the Tidal Wave Music Festival to their summer calendar. It’s the perfect event to forget about your worries and have some fun in the sun.
3. Sea.Hear.Now
Asbury Park
September (two days)
The Sea.Hear.Now Festival is an annual, ocean sustainability event that features a professional surfing competition, live music, and art in Asbury Park, New Jersey. This festival, located on the beach and boardwalk, is perfect for anyone looking to have a good time.
4. Hot 97 Summer Jam
East Rutherford
When: June (one day)
Every year, the popular hip hop and R&B station Hot 97 invites the freshest and hippest hip-hop and R&B artists to perform at their annual summer music festival. Summer Jam is always a hot ticket, so make sure to get yours early!
Despite the riots that broke out in 2015, Hot 97’s Summer Jam is still one of the most popular music festivals in New Jersey. If you’re a fan of hip hop and R&B, this is an event to watch out for.
5. Barefoot Country Festival
On the Beach, Wildwood
June (four days)
More than 40 of the nation’s most popular country artists will play on five different stages at BCMF, set against the backdrop of beautiful Wildwood, NJ, and they’re just getting started! With country music stars like Blake Shelton and Darius Bucker – this is sure to be a can’t-miss event.
Get your cowboy hats ready for the Barefoot Country Music Festival! If you love country music, this four-day event is perfect for you!
6. XPoNential Music Festival
Camden Waterfront
When: September (three days)
The XPoNential Music Festival, presented by Subaru, is the perfect opportunity to watch both experienced bands and new up-and-comers. The festival is held on the Camden Waterfront.
There’s sure to be a performance at the XPoNential Music Festival that will suit your taste, no matter what genre you prefer.
7. Outlaw Music Festival
Freedom Mortgage Pavilion, Camden
Date: September (one day)
From June through September, Willie and his family and friends will goes on tour all over the country for the Outlaw Music Festival Tour. This music festival is an annual gathering of Americana’s best musical acts, hosted by Willie Nelson.
With their VIP packages, Outlaw Music Festival aims to make your experience as pleasant and memorable as possible.
Pre-event amenities like an exclusive dinner or tailgate party, first-rate limousine services, luxurious hotel accommodations, VIP car parks, celeb meet & greets as well as autographs, freebies, and more are included.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re a fan of country, hip hop, rock, or anything in between, there’s sure to be a music festival in New Jersey that’s perfect for you! So get out there and enjoy the summer sun while listening to your favorite tunes.
